For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 879 students in 94801, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94801, CA are Verde Elementary School and Peres Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94801 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94801, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94801, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Verde Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Giaramita St.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1408
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1408
Gr: K-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Peres Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
719 Fifth St.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1407
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1407
Gr: K-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 94801, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94801, CA include Verde Elementary School and Peres Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 94801?
2 public middle schools are located in 94801.
What is the racial composition of students in 94801?
94801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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